$2,549,000
PENDING

Estimated payment $13,638/month

Total Views 49,375
5 Beds
6 Baths
3,326 Sq Ft
$766 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Buena Vista Elementary Rated A
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Home Office

About This Home

Coastal Living in Olde Carlsbad – Ocean Views & Versatile ADU! Welcome to 1448 Forest Avenue, where timeless coastal charm meets modern luxury. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Olde Carlsbad, this beautifully updated home offers sweeping ocean views and endless lifestyle possibilities—all just minutes from the beach. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a downstairs bedroom currently used as a home office. At the center of the home is a gourmet kitchen designed to impress, complete with a 10-foot island, custom cabinetry, hidden pantry, and top-of-the-line appliances. Seamless flow connects the kitchen to the formal dining room, living area with fireplace, and inviting outdoor spaces—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a private ocean-view deck, spa-inspired bathroom with clawfoot tub, and a spacious walk-in closet. Adding to the home’s appeal is a fully detached ADU above the 3-car garage. With high ceilings, abundant natural light, one bedroom, one full bath, and a private deck, this guest house is perfect for extended family, visitors, or rental income. The 3-car garage also includes a bonus full bathroom for extra convenience. Situated on a generous lot, this property offers room to explore future possibilities while enjoying the unbeatable location near Carlsbad’s beaches, shops, restaurants, and top-rated schools. This is more than a home—it’s a coastal lifestyle opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Listing Agent

Nick Atkin

Atkin Homes Corp. License #01880701 Listed on: 09/04/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,488

Year Built

  • Built in 1930 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Flag Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,326 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Community Details

  • Carlsbad West Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,488

Year Built

Built in 1930 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 8860
  • Subdivision Name: CARLSBAD WEST
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room, Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: N/K
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Meter on Property

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Carlsbad Unified School District

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Other Structures: Detached
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14512.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,488 $133,770 $16,155 $117,615
2024 $1,488 $131,148 $15,839 $115,309
2023 $1,479 $128,578 $15,529 $113,049
2022 $1,457 $126,058 $15,225 $110,833
2021 $1,447 $123,587 $14,927 $108,660
2020 $1,438 $122,320 $14,774 $107,546
2019 $1,413 $119,923 $14,485 $105,438
2018 $1,356 $117,572 $14,201 $103,371
2017 $90 $115,268 $13,923 $101,345
2016 $1,283 $113,008 $13,650 $99,358
2015 $1,278 $111,311 $13,445 $97,866
2014 $1,258 $109,131 $13,182 $95,949
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2025 09/04/25 For Sale $2,549,000 +34.2% $766 / Sq Ft
04/25/2024 04/25/24 For Sale $1,899,000 -0.1% $735 / Sq Ft
04/24/2024 04/24/24 Sold $1,900,000 -- $735 / Sq Ft
04/24/2024 04/24/24 Pending -- -- --
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed $1,900,000 Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed -- Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- South Coast Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $2,025,000 Construction
Previous Owner $100,761 New Conventional
Previous Owner $110,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Nick Atkin

Atkin Homes Corp.

(442) 222-2643

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MLS Number: 250038125

San Diego MLS

APN: 156-052-31